Sachi Inchi also known as Plukenetia Volubilis, is a perennial plant cultivated in tropical South America, Southeast Asia and Thailand. The seed grows best in warm climates that have acidic soil and a good drainage system. It has been described as a super food due to its nutritional value and potential benefits to the body. The Sacha Inchi seed contains a high level of protein, and is very rich in omega-3 which the human body cannot produce naturally. Sacha Inchi can be digested easily and is unlikely to cause any allergy and irritation.

PLANT DESCRIPTION

When planted, Sacha Inchi produces small white flowers which appear in a cluster in its fifth month and bears seed at eight months.

The plant produces seed all through the year. The fruits are green when growing, but become black or dark brown when they are ripe.

When the plant is some years gone, there may be hundred of fruits to harvest, a hundred fruit produces about 400 to 500 seeds. The seeds are oval-shaped, and measure about 2cm in diameter. Sacha Inchi seeds are usually roasted and eaten as a quality snack.

IS SACHA INCHI A NUT?

Sachi Inchi is a drupe, which is a fruit surrounding a shell with seeds in it. These seeds form part of what you eat. Sachi Inchi may look like a nut, but it is not and totally unrelated to the legume and nut family.

HEALTH BENEFITS OF SACHI INCHI

BUILDS IMMUNE SYSTEM

Sacha Inchi seeds contain a high level of the tryptophan hormone that helps the brain to release stress and reduce inflammation, which could lead to serious illness; it also reduces depression, fatigue, and memory loss.

STRENGTHENS THE BONE

The Omega -3 in sacha inchi has calcium that strengthens the bone; it can reduce joint pain and rheumatoid arthritis, the oil can be combined with other anti-inflammatory products like ginger to get a better result.

IMPROVES VISION

The Vitamin E, Vitamin A and Omega 3, 6 and 9 contained in Sacha Inchi can contribute to improving vision and keeping eyes healthy

Eating the roasted seed has a lot of positive effects on the cholesterol level, which aids in reducing the risk of heart diseases and stroke.

BUILDS MUSCLES

Sacha Inchi contains Iron which helps muscles keep their elasticity and provides oxygen for muscles to move and contract properly.

AIDS IN DIGESTION

Sacha Inchi seeds provide a large source of fiber, which helps in digestion, and prevention of constipation by allowing waste to move through the intestines. Its high fiber content will also help you feel full for an extended period of time.